Signal has introduced usernames allowing private messaging without sharing phone numbers. Users can now connect with others using just a unique username.
Your phone number remains hidden when you communicate using your username. This adds an extra layer of privacy for sensitive conversations online.
Creating a username is optional and existing users can continue using phone numbers. Usernames can be changed at any time without losing chat history.
The feature is particularly useful for public figures and journalists who need privacy. It prevents unwanted contacts from obtaining your personal phone number.
Signal maintains its commitment to privacy with end-to-end encryption for all messages. The username feature is available in the latest app update now.
